At least two people have been confirmed dead in a suspected bomb explosion in Munyonyo.
The explosion went off Tuesday morning as Martyrs Day celebrations kicked off.
The UPDF described the incident as a foiled terrorist attack
Chris Magezi, the acting army spokesperson issued the following statement:
A UPDF counter-terrorism unit this morning intercepted and neutralized two armed terrorists in Munyonyo, an upscale city suburb. It was an intelligence led operation, and the security services are on heightened alert to ensure the Martyrs Day celebrations proceed without disruption. The general public is urged to remain calm but vigilant and report to the security services any suspicious individuals, objects or activities for immediate attention.